The 2009 Grand National will be the 163rd running of this historic race. 
The Grand National is one of the most famous steeplechases in the world which seems to get more popular every year.
The course at Grand National is nearly two and a quarter miles in length and has 16 unique fences.
In this race horses and riders have to contend with drop fences.
Halfway through the course is a fence with a 90 degree turn after the jump which is another chance to test a horse and riders ability to stay balanced and at the end of four and a half miles.
The Grand National is the race that most jockeys want to win.
